Cheryl's Life

Hello and Happy Thanksgiving!!!

I'm starting to get my life back. The semester is coming to an end and I have a little break for the holiday. I had to write a paper for both my classes and do a presentation. The presentation was a group one but still, very stressful. I have a hard time speaking in front of an audience. I get so nervous at the last minute and then I forget things. The only way to cure myself of "stage fright" is to keep doing it over and over. I did much better this time around though. I learned if I tell a little joke and laugh in the beginning, I become more relaxed.

I had to briefly speak at work in front of the entire department. That was a big deal because it was my first time speaking in front of the group. Managers of all levels were there and everyone was watching. I'm leading this project so I will have to get use to speaking in front of everyone about it. It's a small project I'm leading but it's a big deal. It will give me some much needed exposure. My reputation is on the line but, I'm trying not to stress about it.

For the project, I'm collaborating with 5 other people to design a database that will track the major accomplishments of the department. The accomplishments will be formally presented to leadership on a regular basis. We're primarily interested in accomplishments that result in direct or indirect cost savings. We're trying to highlight our value as a department to the firm.

So, that's what's been going on with me. I was so sick Sunday and Monday but feeling better. I just had a pretty nasty cold. I'm still really congested but not as tired.

posted by CherylRenee @ 7:58 PM